Annavaram

Located about 124 kms. from the city on the banks of the river Pampa,  Satyanarayana Swamy temple in Annavaram of East Godavari district is one of the most popular temples in north coastal Andhra and the adjoining districts in Orissa State. Located atop the Ratnagiri Hill, the temple resembles a chariot on four wheels. A tank that supplies drinking water to Annavaram is converted into a picnic spot during the winter months. The annual temple festival is in May and lakhs of devotees throng the small town. The temple is about 3 km from Annavaram town but is situated right on the Chennai Kolkata National Highway No.5. It has its own accommodation facility to accommodate pilgrims and according to an estimate, at least a lakh "vratams" are performed at the temple every year by devotees.

Annavaram is just a two-hour train journey from Vizag.

How to reach:
Annavaram railway station is one the Vijayawada-Kolkata mainline. The place is 120 km from Vizag.

Where to stay:
Tuni is just a few kilometers away and has modest lodging facility. The temple has accommodation facilities that are well maintained.